NR 599 COMREHENSIVE EXAM SUCCESS: KEY QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS FOR A+ ACHIEVEMENT
The nurse understands that nursing informatics as a specialty area of practiced
by which statement?
nursing language and the development of databases for clinical information Research
priorities for nursing informatics includes the development of a standard
Which statement by the nurse verifies that nurse is " information literate " ?
understand how to research for a website and evaluate its usefulness for health care
needs information
3. What is information?
Data that can be interpreted. EX: Pt's temp. Grouping of data process into meaningful
Structured form
The nurse gathers much data when caring for clients. Which is an example of the
higher - level " information " useful in caring for clients?
After receiving Rocephin 1.0g IV yesterday, the client reported feeling better
Which statement best distinguishes the difference between information literacy
and computer Literacy?
Information literacy forms the basis for ongoing learning whereas computer literacy
refers to a familiarity with the use of personal computers
Which statement indicates the appropriate level of informatics competencies to
the correct nurse?
A nurse informatics specialist extrapolates data to develop best practice model for
indwelling catheter care.
What is Quality Information?
Information that is timeless, precision, accuracy, numerically quantifiable, easily
available, unbiased, clear, and reliable
What is data?
Collection of numbers, characters, or facts that are gathered for a need. EX Pts VS.
Raw unprocessed number symbols or words that have no meaning by themselves,
without context data is meaningless
, What is data integrity?
Ability to collect, store, and retrieve correct, complete, and current data. So data is
available to authorize users.
What is necessary to determine of a website has quality information?
Credited seal, good contact information, not selling things, creditable authors, unbiased
(things discussed in class) has URAC or HON CODE
Why do we study nurse informatics?
Information is power and technology facilitates a creative process in nurses, and
improves patient education, teaching, and learning.
What is a common reality that occurs with nursing and technology?
Nurses will be comfortable working with computers and advanced technology while
providing care for clients
What are the functions of computers and nursing practice?
Record information, provide access to other departments, manage schedules
What is telehealth?
Uses technology to access, diagnose, and treat at a distance
What is biometric technology?
Using human characteristics to authenticate or grant access to data or information
How do your human resources use computers?
Employee database, administration services
What is the definition of information technology?
Use of hardware and software, that facilitate storage, retrieval, communication, and
management information
What is the definition of computer literacy?
knowledge and understanding of computers with effective use
How do you identify problems?
Locate current literature and related concepts
What is the three things needed when looking for information online?
Purpose, focus, and approach
Define purpose
Why are you doing research? Why do you need this information?
ANSWERS FOR A+ ACHIEVEMENT
The nurse understands that nursing informatics as a specialty area of practiced
by which statement?
nursing language and the development of databases for clinical information Research
priorities for nursing informatics includes the development of a standard
Which statement by the nurse verifies that nurse is " information literate " ?
understand how to research for a website and evaluate its usefulness for health care
needs information
3. What is information?
Data that can be interpreted. EX: Pt's temp. Grouping of data process into meaningful
Structured form
The nurse gathers much data when caring for clients. Which is an example of the
higher - level " information " useful in caring for clients?
After receiving Rocephin 1.0g IV yesterday, the client reported feeling better
Which statement best distinguishes the difference between information literacy
and computer Literacy?
Information literacy forms the basis for ongoing learning whereas computer literacy
refers to a familiarity with the use of personal computers
Which statement indicates the appropriate level of informatics competencies to
the correct nurse?
A nurse informatics specialist extrapolates data to develop best practice model for
indwelling catheter care.
What is Quality Information?
Information that is timeless, precision, accuracy, numerically quantifiable, easily
available, unbiased, clear, and reliable
What is data?
Collection of numbers, characters, or facts that are gathered for a need. EX Pts VS.
Raw unprocessed number symbols or words that have no meaning by themselves,
without context data is meaningless
, What is data integrity?
Ability to collect, store, and retrieve correct, complete, and current data. So data is
available to authorize users.
What is necessary to determine of a website has quality information?
Credited seal, good contact information, not selling things, creditable authors, unbiased
(things discussed in class) has URAC or HON CODE
Why do we study nurse informatics?
Information is power and technology facilitates a creative process in nurses, and
improves patient education, teaching, and learning.
What is a common reality that occurs with nursing and technology?
Nurses will be comfortable working with computers and advanced technology while
providing care for clients
What are the functions of computers and nursing practice?
Record information, provide access to other departments, manage schedules
What is telehealth?
Uses technology to access, diagnose, and treat at a distance
What is biometric technology?
Using human characteristics to authenticate or grant access to data or information
How do your human resources use computers?
Employee database, administration services
What is the definition of information technology?
Use of hardware and software, that facilitate storage, retrieval, communication, and
management information
What is the definition of computer literacy?
knowledge and understanding of computers with effective use
How do you identify problems?
Locate current literature and related concepts
What is the three things needed when looking for information online?
Purpose, focus, and approach
Define purpose
Why are you doing research? Why do you need this information?
